Bullion and treasure chests of old were iron banded and fitted with rings to chain them safely to the castle floor or travel coach. Later, in less violent times, stealth became de rigueur to hide valuables. One method was a safe behind a piece of

Bullion and treasure chests of old were iron banded and fitted with rings to chain them safely to the castle floor or travel coach.

Later, in less violent times, stealth became de rigueur to hide valuables.

One method was a safe behind a piece of wall art, familiar from movies like the Pink Panther.